Terms and Conditions v3.0 · effective 2026-04-25
Terms and conditions (version 3.0; 2026-04-25)
1. CONTRACTOR & SCOPE
Stonehouse Electric Company ("SEC" or "Contractor") agrees to furnish services, labor, and materials in accordance with the terms, specifications and conditions set forth above.
SEC is not responsible for delays caused by permitting, inclement weather, labor issues, or other unforeseen circumstances outside Contractor's control.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT
Payment of any deposit and/or authorization to proceed shall constitute acceptance of this estimate and agreement to all terms and conditions contained herein. Upon receipt of deposit, this estimate shall be converted into a binding contract between Owner and Contractor without the need for additional signatures.
3. PAYMENT TERMS
Deposits
Residential Projects:
• 33% deposit upon execution
• 33% due upon commencement
• Balance due upon substantial completion
Commercial Projects:
• 50% deposit to schedule
• Final payment due within 7 days of invoice
Interest on Unpaid Balances
Outstanding balances accrue interest at 1.5% per month (18% annually) or the maximum permitted by law. Owner agrees to pay all collection costs, attorney fees, and court costs.
Right to Bill for Delays
SEC reserves the right to bill up to 90% of the remaining balance for delays caused by Owner or conditions outside Contractor's control exceeding 7 days.
4. PROJECT EXECUTION
Commencement
Commencement shall be defined as mobilization, delivery of materials, or start of physical work, whichever occurs first.
Completion
Substantial completion shall be deemed when the work is materially finished and usable for its intended purpose, notwithstanding minor punch list items. Final payment shall be due upon substantial completion.
Access
Owner must provide full access to the job site and materials until final payment is received.
Permits
Contractor will obtain required permits unless otherwise stated. Permit costs are included unless noted otherwise.
Changes to Scope
All changes must be in a written change order signed by Owner and Contractor. Payment is due at time of execution.
Unforeseen Circumstances
Work required due to unforeseen or undisclosed conditions is not included and will be billed separately.
5. DELAYS & WORK INTERRUPTIONS
Suspension of Work
Contractor reserves the right to suspend work for nonpayment or unsafe conditions without breach of contract.
Mobilization / Remobilization
Up to $500 fee may apply for Owner-caused delays requiring remobilization.
6. CANCELLATION & BUYOUT
Notice
Any notice of cancellation or termination must be provided in writing and delivered by certified mail or email to the contact information provided by each party.
Notice shall be deemed given upon confirmed delivery, including but not limited to email delivery confirmation, read receipt, or other electronic tracking indicating successful transmission.
Verbal notice shall not be valid.
Contractor Right to Cancel
Contractor may cancel prior to commencement with full refund of deposit.
Owner Cancellation (Before Commencement)
Contractor may retain 25% of deposit.
Owner Cancellation (After Commencement)
If Owner cancels this Contract after commencement of work, such cancellation shall be treated as a termination for convenience and subject to the Buyout / Termination for Convenience provisions set forth herein. Any deposit previously paid shall be credited toward amounts owed.
Buyout / Termination for Convenience
In the event the Owner elects to terminate this Contract after commencement of work, Owner shall compensate Contractor for all work performed and costs incurred to date, including labor, materials furnished, and materials ordered whether delivered or not.
Owner shall also be responsible for any restocking or cancellation charges incurred, together with an amount equal to twenty percent (20%) of the remaining Contract balance as compensation for overhead and profit.
All amounts due shall be payable immediately upon termination.
7. RISK & PROTECTION
Warranty
90-day workmanship warranty excluding materials and misuse.
Material Ownership
Ownership transfers upon full payment.
Material Escalation
Prices may adjust if materials increase by more than 10%.
Consequential Damages Waiver
Contractor not liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Insurance
Contractor maintains minimum $1,000,000 liability coverage.
8. LEGAL TERMS
Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements.
Mechanic's Lien
Contractor may file a lien for unpaid balances.
Dispute Resolution
Disputes subject to mediation.
Governing Law
Pennsylvania law applies.
HICPA Compliance
Subject to PA Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.
9. MISCELLANEOUS
Photography
Contractor may photograph completed work for public marketing and promotional purposes.
10. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Owner agrees to all terms and acknowledges receipt of Notice of Cancellation.
The toll-free number for the Attorney General's Office of Consumer Protection is 1-888-520-6680. I agree that SEC is authorized to perform the work in accordance with the terms, specifications and conditions set forth above. I also agree to make payments to SEC as outlined above. I also acknowledge receipt of the two copies of the "NOTICE OF CANCELLATION" form as required by Pennsylvania Law.
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PA Notice of Cancellation
You may cancel this transaction, without any penalty or obligation, within three business days from the above date. If you cancel, any property traded in, any payments made by you under the contract or sale, and any negotiable instrument executed by you will be returned within ten business days following receipt by the seller of your cancellation notice, and any security interest arising out of the transaction will be cancelled. If you cancel, you must make available to the seller at your residence in substantially as good condition as when received, any goods delivered to you under this contract or sale; or you may, if you wish, comply with the instructions of the seller regarding the return shipment of the goods at the seller's expense and risk. If you do make the goods available to the seller and the seller does not pick them up within twenty days of the date of your notice of cancellation, you may retain or dispose of the goods without any further obligation. If you fail to make the goods available to the seller, or if you agree to return the goods to the seller and fail to do so, then you remain liable for performance of all obligations under the contract. To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation notice or any other written notice, or send a telegram, to:
Stonehouse Electric Company
2967 Peach Street, Suite 1
Erie, PA 16508
No later than midnight of the 3rd day after signing of original contract.
1. CONTRACTOR & SCOPE
Stonehouse Electric Company ("SEC" or "Contractor") agrees to furnish services, labor, and materials in accordance with the terms, specifications and conditions set forth above.
SEC is not responsible for delays caused by permitting, inclement weather, labor issues, or other unforeseen circumstances outside Contractor's control.
2. ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT
Payment of any deposit and/or authorization to proceed shall constitute acceptance of this estimate and agreement to all terms and conditions contained herein. Upon receipt of deposit, this estimate shall be converted into a binding contract between Owner and Contractor without the need for additional signatures.
3. PAYMENT TERMS
Deposits
Residential Projects:
• 33% deposit upon execution
• 33% due upon commencement
• Balance due upon substantial completion
Commercial Projects:
• 50% deposit to schedule
• Final payment due within 7 days of invoice
Interest on Unpaid Balances
Outstanding balances accrue interest at 1.5% per month (18% annually) or the maximum permitted by law. Owner agrees to pay all collection costs, attorney fees, and court costs.
Right to Bill for Delays
SEC reserves the right to bill up to 90% of the remaining balance for delays caused by Owner or conditions outside Contractor's control exceeding 7 days.
4. PROJECT EXECUTION
Commencement
Commencement shall be defined as mobilization, delivery of materials, or start of physical work, whichever occurs first.
Completion
Substantial completion shall be deemed when the work is materially finished and usable for its intended purpose, notwithstanding minor punch list items. Final payment shall be due upon substantial completion.
Access
Owner must provide full access to the job site and materials until final payment is received.
Permits
Contractor will obtain required permits unless otherwise stated. Permit costs are included unless noted otherwise.
Changes to Scope
All changes must be in a written change order signed by Owner and Contractor. Payment is due at time of execution.
Unforeseen Circumstances
Work required due to unforeseen or undisclosed conditions is not included and will be billed separately.
5. DELAYS & WORK INTERRUPTIONS
Suspension of Work
Contractor reserves the right to suspend work for nonpayment or unsafe conditions without breach of contract.
Mobilization / Remobilization
Up to $500 fee may apply for Owner-caused delays requiring remobilization.
6. CANCELLATION & BUYOUT
Notice
Any notice of cancellation or termination must be provided in writing and delivered by certified mail or email to the contact information provided by each party.
Notice shall be deemed given upon confirmed delivery, including but not limited to email delivery confirmation, read receipt, or other electronic tracking indicating successful transmission.
Verbal notice shall not be valid.
Contractor Right to Cancel
Contractor may cancel prior to commencement with full refund of deposit.
Owner Cancellation (Before Commencement)
Contractor may retain 25% of deposit.
Owner Cancellation (After Commencement)
If Owner cancels this Contract after commencement of work, such cancellation shall be treated as a termination for convenience and subject to the Buyout / Termination for Convenience provisions set forth herein. Any deposit previously paid shall be credited toward amounts owed.
Buyout / Termination for Convenience
In the event the Owner elects to terminate this Contract after commencement of work, Owner shall compensate Contractor for all work performed and costs incurred to date, including labor, materials furnished, and materials ordered whether delivered or not.
Owner shall also be responsible for any restocking or cancellation charges incurred, together with an amount equal to twenty percent (20%) of the remaining Contract balance as compensation for overhead and profit.
All amounts due shall be payable immediately upon termination.
7. RISK & PROTECTION
Warranty
90-day workmanship warranty excluding materials and misuse.
Material Ownership
Ownership transfers upon full payment.
Material Escalation
Prices may adjust if materials increase by more than 10%.
Consequential Damages Waiver
Contractor not liable for incidental or consequential damages.
Insurance
Contractor maintains minimum $1,000,000 liability coverage.
8. LEGAL TERMS
Entire Agreement
This Contract constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior discussions or agreements.
Mechanic's Lien
Contractor may file a lien for unpaid balances.
Dispute Resolution
Disputes subject to mediation.
Governing Law
Pennsylvania law applies.
HICPA Compliance
Subject to PA Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act.
9. MISCELLANEOUS
Photography
Contractor may photograph completed work for public marketing and promotional purposes.
10. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Owner agrees to all terms and acknowledges receipt of Notice of Cancellation.
The toll-free number for the Attorney General's Office of Consumer Protection is 1-888-520-6680. I agree that SEC is authorized to perform the work in accordance with the terms, specifications and conditions set forth above. I also agree to make payments to SEC as outlined above. I also acknowledge receipt of the two copies of the "NOTICE OF CANCELLATION" form as required by Pennsylvania Law.
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PA Notice of Cancellation
You may cancel this transaction, without any penalty or obligation, within three business days from the above date. If you cancel, any property traded in, any payments made by you under the contract or sale, and any negotiable instrument executed by you will be returned within ten business days following receipt by the seller of your cancellation notice, and any security interest arising out of the transaction will be cancelled. If you cancel, you must make available to the seller at your residence in substantially as good condition as when received, any goods delivered to you under this contract or sale; or you may, if you wish, comply with the instructions of the seller regarding the return shipment of the goods at the seller's expense and risk. If you do make the goods available to the seller and the seller does not pick them up within twenty days of the date of your notice of cancellation, you may retain or dispose of the goods without any further obligation. If you fail to make the goods available to the seller, or if you agree to return the goods to the seller and fail to do so, then you remain liable for performance of all obligations under the contract. To cancel this transaction, mail or deliver a signed and dated copy of this cancellation notice or any other written notice, or send a telegram, to:
Stonehouse Electric Company
2967 Peach Street, Suite 1
Erie, PA 16508
No later than midnight of the 3rd day after signing of original contract.